Africans or dayak bronze hilted swords ?

Marbel · 23rd May 2024, 03:16 AM

Wildwolberine,

That’s a nice and very old Tboli kefilan. Terrific old scabbard as well, which I would identify as Blaan. Nice pick up and thanks for sharing.

Best,
Craig

Ian · 23rd May 2024, 04:05 PM

Hi WW,

Nice old example. I agree with Craig, this one could well be B'laan, the people "over the hill" from the T'boli.

BTW, the blades on these swords are excellent—they are tough and hold a sharp edge very well.

23rd May 2024, 03:16 AM	#1
Marbel Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 68	Tboli kefilan Wildwolberine, That’s a nice and very old Tboli kefilan. Terrific old scabbard as well, which I would identify as Blaan. Nice pick up and thanks for sharing. Best, Craig

23rd May 2024, 04:05 PM	#2
Ian Vikingsword Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: The Aussie Bush Posts: 4,515	Hi WW, Nice old example. I agree with Craig, this one could well be B'laan, the people "over the hill" from the T'boli. BTW, the blades on these swords are excellent—they are tough and hold a sharp edge very well.